Is this a good laptop for the price? (used/refurb)

[Mixolydian]

I'm really interested in an HP ProBook 6470b, as it has pretty much all the features I'm looking for. It's not the latest and greatest machine, in fact from what I can tell it is now discontinued. But it was introduced in 2012 so it's not like it's ancient - and you can still get a warranty.

The only thing keeping me from pulling the trigger is the price. You can get used ones in good condition for about $400 on eBay, and NOS/refurbs for between $500-800. While I'm sure everyone has there own opinion, is this a good price for such a machine? Too much?

Here's the specs if you need more details:
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/...#spectype=north_america&type=html&docid=14308

 

[dave_the_nerd]

Towards the cheaper end of that range ($400-$600) I'd say yes.

Depending on the exact config.

But we had a bunch of those at my old job. They were a bit bulky for their weight, but they were solid enough. I liked 'em alright.

 

[Mixolydian]

but they were solid enough. I liked 'em alright.

That's the main reason why I'm specifically looking for "business" laptops as opposed to the cheap "consumer"-grade junk.

 

[dave_the_nerd]

That's the main reason why I'm specifically looking for "business" laptops as opposed to the cheap "consumer"-grade junk.

Preach it, brother!